RE:IMAGINE Presents 'Reel Connections: Spring'—A Celebration of Atlanta’s Rising Filmmakers on April 24

From the venue:

::RE:IMAGINE Presents 'Reel Connections: Spring'—A Celebration of Atlanta’s Rising Filmmakers on April 24
Networking, Screenings, and Industry Insights at the Historic Tara Theatre::
ATLANTA, GA – April 3, 2025 – RE:IMAGINE is proud to announce Reel Connections: Spring, an immersive evening dedicated to showcasing the next generation of filmmakers, taking place on Thursday, April 24, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the iconic Tara Theatre (2345 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30324). This inspiring event, held in collaboration with the Atlanta Film Society, brings together Atlanta’s film and television professionals to highlight emerging talent shaping the future of storytelling.“This event isn’t just about networking—it’s about celebrating the voices of young filmmakers and fostering connections that can transform careers,” said Jessie Sparrow, Executive Director at RE:IMAGINE. “Atlanta is a hub for film and television, and nights like this reinforce the strength of our creative community.”As part of the Atlanta Film Festival, Reel Connections: Spring will feature a curated selection of student work, short films from RE:IMAGINE programs, and work from local artists, offering a platform for fresh perspectives in storytelling. Attendees will also gain insight from an esteemed panel of students, teaching artists, and HBCU Fellows, who will share their journeys and experiences in the industry.

Event Highlights:

• Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
• Location: Tara Theatre, 2345 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
• Doors Open: 5:30 PM
• Networking: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Meet the team, students, industry professionals, and partners)
• Screening: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM (Featuring student work & local short films)
• Panel Discussion: 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
• Tickets: $15 (Popcorn, candy, and beverages available for purchase at the Tara Theatre concession stand)

Building Bridges in Film

RE:IMAGINE has been a driving force in launching the careers of young creatives through its partnerships with leading organizations such as the NBA Foundation, United Talent Agency, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and Explore Gwinnett. Many students and alumni have gone on to secure internships and paid on-set experiences with industry giants like Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Lionsgate, and NBC Universal.Reel Connections: Spring is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to foster meaningful connections, celebrate diverse voices, and support the next generation of filmmakers as they take their first steps toward industry success.About RE:IMAGINERE:IMAGINE is a non-profit organization with a deep commitment to education & workforce development. RE:IMAGINE equips tomorrow’s force of top quality, diverse storytellers by training untapped junior talent, collaborating and placing talent with brands and industry leaders, and showcasing the creative potential of the next generation.

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About Atlanta Film SocietyThe Atlanta Film Festival is an Academy Award-qualifying festival and the area’s preeminent celebration of cinema. ATLFF is one of the largest and longest-running festivals in the country, welcoming an audience of over 28,000 to discover hundreds of new independent, international, animated, documentary, and short films, selected from 8000+ submissions from all over the world. It is also the most distinguished event in its class, recognized as Best Film Festival by Creative Loafing, Sunday Paper, 10Best, and Atlanta Magazine.
The Atlanta Film Festival is the chief annual operation of the Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS), one of the oldest and largest organizations dedicated to the promotion and education of film in the United States, which enriches the community through screenings, classes, workshops, and other events year-round. Major funding for ATLFS is provided by Rendezvous, the Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival. 

Here is a link to last year's presentation and a few photos from last year's event.